First Corinthians 4:14–21 focuses on Paul's role as spiritual father to the Corinthians, since he is the one who led them to Christ. He urges them to change ...

4:14-21 In reproving for sin, we should distinguish between sinners and their sins. Reproofs that kindly and affectionately warn, are likely to reform. Though ...

A power of inflicting punishment on the bodies of delinquents, by smiting with diseases, and even with death itself.

Anything that is of worth and value has been given to me by God. If it's been given to me by God, then God help me not to go around and act as though it wasn't ... Clarke's Commentary · Living By Faith: Commentary...

In this context, the "rod" represents disciplinary action for unrepentant behavior, while the spirit of "love" suggests a more nurturing and supportive stance.

19 авг. 2002 г. · Paul will not be fooled by the pride of words when he comes, but he will expose where true authority lies in the church. He will lay bare all false pretensions.

6 мая 2024 г. · Verse 9 in first Corinthians says that God is faithful and He is even today. This sermon and every sermon we preach is a message of redemption.

10 окт. 2023 г. · According to 1 Corinthians 4:21, how do spiritual leaders use the rod of correction if people persist in sin?

4:14-21 In reproving for sin, we should distinguish between sinners and their sins. Reproofs that kindly and affectionately warn, are likely to reform. Though ...

This passage reminds us that: In order to grow up in Christ, we must submit to His leaders. As with all leadership, this means receiving their encouragement, ...